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NK-IPS Installation Guide (v5.0) Using an NK-VCP • 33
Adding an NK-IPS
Multiple NK-IPS configuration devices can be added to the one NK-VCP. When the NK-VCP is first loaded, the
default NK-IPS will need to be configured.
To configure the default NK-IPS
1. Select Edit > Preferences .
The Preferences dialog opens.
2. Locate the row for the NK-IPS in the dialog.
3. Use the IPS Name field to assign a unique identifier to the NK-IPS.
4. Use the IP Address field to specify the IP Address you entered in the procedure “ Adding Connections to the
Tree View in DashBoard ” on page 20.
Num Levels Specifies how many levels are to be viewed and controlled by the
NK-VCP for a specific NK-IPS. The maximum number of levels
for the NK Series routers is eight, and the default value for any
NK-IPS added to the NK-VCP is also eight.
Address Defines the T-Bus Address that the NK-VCP will use when
sending switch requests to the NK-IPS. By default, the
NKC-VCP’s address is 253.
If multiple NK-VCPs are to be used within one NK system, it is
strongly recommended that they be given different addresses
within that system because it is necessary for proper function of
protects.
TCP Port Defines which port is used for network communication. By
default, the TCP Port is 5000 but must match the port defined on
the NK-IPS network settings.
Versions v1.00 to v1.02 of the NK-IPS Firmware used the TCP
Port 4444, and was not configurable. The NK-VCP must be
configured to this TCP Port when being used with early NK-IPS
firmware. It is recommended that users upgrade NK-IPS firmware
when using the NK-VCP.
Firmware revisions can be determined by opening the tab of a
device in the Basic Tree View section of DashBoard and viewing
the Device Details section.
a. If the output range of routers connected to the NK-IPS exceeds the number of outputs (Num Outs)
specified in the Preferences dialog, the remaining outputs will not be shown on the NK-VCP.
b. If the input range of routers connected to the NK-IPS exceeds the number of inputs (Num Ins)
specified in the Preferences dialog, the remaining inputs will not be shown on the NK-VCP.
Table 7.1 NK-VCP Preferences Dialog
Item Description